Why Springs homes get ants
Springs has many established homes built decades ago, with mature gardens, older roofs and brickwork that has developed small gaps over time. Ants find their way in through cracked sills, gaps around pipes and old door frames. We often find colonies nesting in roof spaces and wall cavities in older Springs homes, not only in the garden, which is why we look inside and out. We also see a lot of ants in kitchens and bathrooms in homes where small leaks keep areas damp.
Common problems we treat in Springs
Ants in older homes
Entry through cracked sills, old door frames and gaps around pipes.
Ants in wall cavities and roofs
Colonies nesting inside walls and roof spaces of older houses.
Damp-area trails
Ants drawn to kitchens and bathrooms where small leaks keep things damp.
How we treat
- 1. Inspect: we find nests, hiding spots and entry points inside and outside.
- 2. Spray: professional targeted spraying where pests live, travel and breed.
- 3. Advise: practical steps to keep pests from coming back.
Pet and family safe: keep cats, dogs and children out of treated areas until dry, usually about an hour.
Tips for Springs homeowners
- Fill small cracks around sills and pipe entries with sealant. In older Springs homes it makes a big difference.
- Fix leaks under sinks quickly. Damp cupboards attract ants and other pests.
- If ants appear from plug points or ceilings, the nest is likely inside the wall or roof, so call us rather than spraying it yourself.
Suburbs we cover in Springs
Selection Park, Casseldale, Geduld, Strubenvale, Dersley, Pollak Park, Edelweiss, Welgedacht and surrounding areas.
Ant Control FAQs for Springs
Can you treat ants nesting inside walls?
Yes. We treat the entry points and the trails leading into the wall so the colony is dealt with.
Can you also fix the cracks they come through?
Yes. Our handyman service can seal cracks and gaps, so we can treat and repair in one visit.
See our main ant control page, Pest Control Springs or Handyman Springs.
Also serving: Ant Control East Rand, Ant Control Brakpan, Ant Control Benoni, Ant Control Boksburg, Ant Control Nigel